Wine Picks May 24, 2024 | Natalie MacLean: Canada's Best Wine Courses, Tasting Classes, Food Pairings, Expert Reviews

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Note: This batch of wine reviews is not part of the bi-weekly Vintages Releases. Instead, it's a collection of wines outside the Vintages section in store (general list) or wines sent to me directly from wineries that may not yet be available in liquor stores. Click on the Winery or Wine Agency link to get more info.

Dessert Wine

Michele Chiarlo Nivole Semi-Sparkling Moscato D'asti 2022, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: Michele Chiarlo Nivole 2021 Moscato D'asti is a soft sparkling Moscato at 5.5% abv with a lovely sweetness of ripe apricot, fragrant and fresh Moscato grape, citrus blossoms, strawberry and ripe orchard fruit flavours creamy on the palate with a gentle mousse and balanced with bright acidity. Chill and enjoy with brunch dishes, fresh fruit cups or friends. Semi-Sparkling Moscato D'asti food pairings: peach pie, mandarin cheesecake, apple and almond torte. Drink: 2024 - 2025 942888 5.5% MS 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Pure Vision Wines Zero Shiraz 2021, Adelaide Plains, South Australia, Australia: A juicy, full-bodied, alcohol-free organic Shiraz from the Adelaide Plains of South Australia. A blend of dealcoholized Shiraz, grape juice concentrate, among other ingredients. Aromas of blackberries, dark plums and pepper. Pair with grilled meats. Contains 32 Calories per 100 mL serving. Zero Shiraz food pairings: salmon steaks, roast beef sandwiches. 0.5% D 750 mL $23.69 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart